"The
Buddhist scriptures tell us there are eight objections to living in a house:
it is a lot of trouble to build; it must be kept in repair; some nobleman
might seize it; too many people may want to live in or visit it; it provides
concealment for committing evil deeds; it causes pride of ownership; and
it harbours lice and bugs.
"There
are ten advantages, on the other hand, in residing under a tree: it can
be found with ease; it can be found in any locality; the sight of falling
leaves is a reminder of the impermanence of life; a tree arouses no covetous
thoughts; it affords no opportunity for evil deeds; it is not received
from any person; it is inhabited by good spirits; it needs no fence; it
promotes health; it does not involve worldly attachments."-- Pujimaliya